Dunedin Introduction

The hotels are world class and wherever you stay, you'll experience the southern hospitality that is unique to Dunedin. This is a city of many parts, a city that is different, exciting and intriguing. Experience it for yourself and discover its secrets first hand.

Dunedin Travel Guides

The Scottish sounding city of Dunedin - Gaelic for Edinburgh - is South Island's second city, after Christchurch, and a major tourist draw. It is different to most other New Zealand cities, with its grand architecture of yesteryear and sophisticated feel, and boasts an incredible setting between rolling hills and the striking Otago coastline. more...

Dunedin was made for walking with its setting between lake and ocean. The walk up to Signal Hill is fairly easy going and you will be rewarded with fine views from atop the hill. Baldwin street is another good walk or cycling option and can be found just to the northeast of town. It is reputed to be the world's steepest street at 35 per cent, although a smaller street in the US also claims this title. An event at the Dunedin Summer Festival sees participants run up and down Baldwin street in the quickest time. Orago Harbour also offers some good walks that are well within reach of the town centre. more...

New Zealand Masters Games: is a biennial sports event in Dunedin featuring dozens of sports for top athletes as well as for fun-seekers. The event also includes some good evening entertainment. more...

Try your luck at Dunedin Casino on the roulette and blackjack tables of one of New Zealand’s best boutique casinos. Dunedin Casino is beautifully decked out and has many side attractions for visitors to enjoy. more...

Dunedin International Airport is one of New Zealand's seven international airports and thus receives daily flights from around the country and from some Australian cities, including Brisbane and Sydney. Airport facilities include ATMs, currency exchange, duty-free shopping, several standard shops, a cafe and car rental agencies. more...

There is no special dining etiquette to be aware of in Dunedin and no-one is likely to question the way you eat. Cafes easily outweigh traditional restaurants in Dunedin owing to the large student population, and the cafe scene is largely laid-back, offering excellent dining and people-watching. more...